What Makes Norman Finkelstein So Controversial?
with John McWhorter
A few weeks ago, I had the the political scientist Norman Finkelstein on the show, and I’m still getting emails about it. Norman’s pro-Palestinian, anti-Zionist positions have made him an unpopular figure among many of his fellow Jewish Americans. In this clip from my latest conversation with John McWhorter, we explore what makes Norman so controversial and why so many people were upset by his TGS appearance.
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I became a paid subscriber as the result of the episode. Here is my explanation for why, which I wrote to Glenn:
"Long-time listener, finally subscribing. Your episode with Norman Finkelstein did the trick -- even though I couldn't disagree with him more profoundly. Yet, I learned from him and your conversation with him. Many of the people I follow talk big about speaking with people with whom they disagree. But, you are the one who makes a point of doing so. Your episodes with Briahna Joy Gray, Richard Wolff , Norman Finkelstein, etc. are essential for me to hear. Platform everyone, I say. Thank you for doing so."
I didn't object to Finkelstein being on. I objected to the lack of a well-informed counterweight. He went without being challenged -- no debate.